The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather advisory, forecasting the possibility of rain, wind, and thundershowers in Islamabad and the upper Punjab region on Monday, August 28, 2023.
This weather phenomenon is part of a broader system affecting several parts of the country.
According to the PMD’s weather update, rain, wind, and thundershowers are expected in various areas, including the Potohar region, Islamabad, upper Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan, and Kashmir. However, hot and humid weather conditions are anticipated in other regions of the country.
The synoptic situation leading to this weather event is attributed to a westerly wave influencing the upper regions of Pakistan. Additionally, monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea are making their way into the upper parts of the country, contributing to this weather pattern.
On Sunday, August 27, 2023, the PMD had already predicted similar weather conditions, with rain, wind, and thundershowers expected in the same regions. Conversely, hot and humid weather was forecasted for other parts of the nation.
Reviewing the past 24-hour weather patterns, it was reported that most parts of the country experienced hot and humid conditions. However, notable rainfall was recorded in various areas, including Punjab with D.G. Khan receiving 64mm, Faisalabad with 52mm, Multan (AP) with 45mm and City with 44mm, Okara with 36mm, Kasur with 28mm, Toba Tek Singh with 14mm, Khanewal with 06mm, and Bahawalpur with 01mm. In Balochistan, Barkhan received 19mm of rainfall, while in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kalam received 09mm, and Pattan received 04mm. In Gilgit-Baltistan, Gupis received 04mm, Bunji with 03mm, Bagrote with 02mm, and Chillas and Astore each received 01mm of rainfall. In Kashmir, Muzaffarabad and Rawalakot received 01mm of rain.
The highest recorded maximum temperatures for the previous day were Dalbandin and Nokkundi, both at 41°C, while Dadu and Turbat recorded temperatures of 40°C.
As the country experiences varying weather conditions, residents of Islamabad and upper Punjab are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and take necessary precautions in anticipation of rain, wind, and thundershowers on Monday, August 28, 2023.
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